20 Mouthwatering Mug Recipes

Move over, cuppa coffee—breakfast, lunch, dinner or even dessert is taking over your favorite mugs! Despite its reputation for just heating up leftovers, the microwave can be a quick way to whip up your next meal. Simple instructions, minimal equipment, and blink-and-it's-done cooking time add up for an effortless way to eat healthy. Not only are you saving on calories, but you're controlling your portion size without even thinking about it. So, grab your mug, get cookin', and keep the portion control going strong by checking out these other 20 Healthy Foods You Better Eat in Moderation!

Breakfast

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EGG OMELET

Bold in color and in flavor, this recipe is a simple way to get in a hearty dose of protein without all the added wait time. Egg yolks provide a nutrient called choline that helps fight hunger and is an egg-cellent way to aid weight loss by keeping you satisfied. This is a two-minute breakfast that won't disappoint!

PUMPKIN OATMEAL

Did you wake up in the mood for something savory and sweet? Here's the perfect fix. This recipe combines fiber-packed oats with protein-rich eggs and the comforting tastes of pumpkin and cinnamon. It's a next level way to get your nutrients and keep you on track to getting that summer bod!

QUINOA AND EGG BREAKFAST

A single serving of this quinoa and egg breakfast has almost 20 grams of protein for the recommended daily amount of 46 grams for women and 56 for men. You can add any veggies you have leftover in your fridge, or keep it simple with just some added spices. The best part about this mug meal is the endless array of options!

BLUEBERRY MUFFIN

Skip the coffee shop muffin that's loaded with sugar and go for this one-minute blueberry muffin. The burst of blueberries leave a tangy flavor that will have your tastebuds cheering. Plus, blueberries are filled with antioxidant properties and belly-blasting nutrients.

SPINACH AND CHEDDAR QUICHE

With that same fluffy consistency of quiche that you're looking for, this mug meal is the ideal savory breakfast that's good for you, too! The healthy amount of spinach in this quiche will amp up your vitamin intake, help build muscle, and aid weight loss.

BANANA FRENCH TOAST

French toast is a breakfast classic on the menu of just about every diner across the country. Usually made with too much sugar and fat, there's no way that it could help you on a diet. But this recipe changes that! With the same great flavors and texture, this mug meal recipe replaces that fat-packing plate and offers up a healthier solution.

EGG WHITE OMELETTE

Here's a light, super-low calorie breakfast that still has tons of protein to keep you energized. Go for the center cut pork bacon to assure you're getting the highest quality baco. For more breakfasts that'll help you shed the pounds, check out 50 Best Breakfast Foods for Weight Loss—Ranked.

LUNCH/DINNER

SPINACH RICOTTA LASAGNA

This spinach ricotta lasagna is a much simpler way to make the Italian classic. The gooey cheesy filling combined with the fresh spinach, peppers and basil create an irresistible dish that won't have you over indulging. With less than 300 calories, you can't beat it!

SPICY PUMPKIN MEATLOAF

Spicy, pumpkin, and meatloaf may be three words you never thought you'd see next to each other. After you give this recipe a try, though, you'll never think twice about it again. The flavors combine to make a cozy, comforting mug meal that takes less than 10 minutes! Along with being loaded with taste, pumpkin is packed with fiber and is low in calories.

LENTILS WITH YOGURT, ALMONDS AND MINT

Lentils are one of the healthiest foods on the planet and so easy to add flavor to. This inexpensive vegetarian mug meal is raving with protein and fiber. Since they're a resistant starch it makes you feel fuller, longer. Lentils are also on our list of 30 High Fiber Foods That Should Be in Your Diet!

PIZZA

If you're a pizza fan (and most likely you are) then you know it's hard to resist a slice of that cheesy, saucy goodness—especially when there's a pizza place on every corner. But cut the starchy carbs and go for this easy-to-make, good-for-you version. It still combines all the best parts of the pizza, minus all the napkin blotting.

This burrito bowl is essentially rice made in the microwave with any of your favorite toppings. A few ways to get in all your nutrients would be by adding beans, corn, salsa, avocado, cheese, and lime. It's kinda like a Chipotle bowl, but you don't even have to leave the house.

MAC AND CHEESE

Childhood memories are always associated with mac and cheese because of how exciting it was to come home to a bowl of cheesy noodles. Here's a skinny way to get that same great flavor while cutting out the processed stuff.

DESSERT

OATMEAL COOKIE DOUGH

Buying the carton of cookie dough usually has the intention of baking a dozen cookies for the family when in reality it gets eaten with a spoon. Skip the self-loathing and indulge in this healthy version of your favorite cookie dough. You still get the creamy texture but don't have to worry about the ill feelings later on. Use cacao nibs to increase the vitamins and bring a richer, chocolatey taste to this mug dessert. Speaking of vitamins, don't miss these 21 Things You Don't Know About Vitamins!

CHOCOLATE PROTEIN CAKE

Sink your spoon into this dessert that takes just about two minutes. The ingredients are simple and the directions are even simpler. Cocoa powder gives you a rich flavor that has virtually no sugar and very little fat; there's no reason to ever grab a processed, high-sugar dessert again, once you've tried this one!

CHOCOLATE BANANA BUCKWHEAT CAKE

Just like quinoa, buckwheat is a complete source of protein and filled with even more magnesium and fiber. And seriously, what goes together better than chocolate and banana? If you get a sweet tooth and are in need of a treat, reach for this gooey cake that's made with no added sugar.

It's a birthday party in your mouth when you get a bite of this! It tastes just like the local bakery favorite without all the excess sugar. All that added sugar in those familiar cookies and cupcakes are fat-building, especially around the belly. To see what's really going on when your eating those high sugar foods, check out This Is What Happened To Your Body When You Eat Sugar.

PUMPKIN SPICE CAKE

Just when you thought you'd be okay not having another pumpkin spiced thing until next Fall, this mug cake happened and changed your tune. When you have something as yummy and quick as this, you'll want to make it any time of the year.

PALEO CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE

You're taste buds won't even know the difference between this Paleo chocolate chip cookie and the ones that are filled with too much fake sugar. It's just as sweet and so rich and chewy in texture. Pair it with a glass of almond milk to really feel like a kid again; it's perfect for a little treat that won't make your blood sugar go crazy.

CLEAN CHOCOLATE CAKE

Here's a great post-dinner dessert to kick those cravings and get some extra protein. This cake is so decadent that it will make you forget it's actually healthy. Sweetened with pure maple syrup, this mug recipe means you'll get a dose of antibiotics that defeat disease-causing bacteria. What more could you ask for in a dessert as simple as this? For more great idea on satisfying your cravings in a healthy way, check out these 21 Clean Eats for Every Craving!